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   Leon Lebowitz, RRT Member

   <p>Hi schallsa and thanks for your post. Although we cannot provide medical advice over the internet (for your own safety), your concern certainly warrants a comment. You never mentioned that you have COPD; although I&#39;m presuming you do since you&#39;re on our website. Despite the persistent symptoms you describe (red, sore, swollen and indented legs) and the medication you are on (a diuretic, potassium and even oxygen recently), you may want to seek out a second opinion from another specialist; possibly a pulmonologist and/or even a different cardiologist. There are many issues your symptoms can be indicative of and, if you do have COPD, they may be diagnosed by a more astute physician. I thought you might find it helpful to look over this material: <a href='https://copd.net/basics/conditions/' target='_blank'>https://copd.net/basics/conditions/</a> <br> It may provide you with some further insight and give you the incentive to find a more comprehensive physician. <br> Please check back with us and let us know how you&#39;re doing, <br> All the best, <br> Leon (site moderator)</p>

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   sharong Member

   <p>I too had swollen ankles and lower legs. Finally had to go through the lymphadema clinic for therapy to reduce the swelling and now I wear compression stockings. I can wear my shoes again!</p>

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      Leon Lebowitz, RRT Member

      <p>Hi SharonG and thanks for joining in the conversation. It is not uncommon to find swelling in one&#39;s extremities in association with COPD. In view of your stated concern, I thought this article might provide you with some additional insight: <a href='https://copd.net/answers/expert-answers-relief-for-swollen-ankles/' target='_blank'>https://copd.net/answers/expert-answers-relief-for-swollen-ankles/</a>. I do hope you find it to be helpful. Enjoy the rest of the weekend. Leon (site moderator)</p>

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